Graduate Programmes in Automotive in Germany

“PhD position in Production Services at Volkswagen Commercial Vehicles focusing on industrial screw assembly, damage analysis, and AI-driven process optimization. Requires engineering degree (C1 German), scientific experience, and doctoral supervision. Offers salary, 30 vacation days, flexible hours, and vehicle benefits.”

“PhD position in AI-based GraphRAG for parking functions at (COMPANY NAME). Focus on developing deterministic knowledge graphs, ontologies, and GraphRAG queries for requirements engineering in driver assistance systems. Gross salary starts at EUR 3,030/month, with flexible hours, remote work options, and 30 vacation days. Requires strong AI, graph theory, and programming skills (Python, Cypher).”

“Referendariat (m/w/d) in der Rechtsabteilung eines DAX-Konzerns in Hannover für 3-4 Monate. Aufgaben umfassen Vertrags- und Wirtschaftsrecht, internationale Projekte und Beratung. Voraussetzung: Erstes juristisches Staatsexamen mit Schwerpunkt Zivil-/Wirtschaftsrecht. Flexible Arbeitszeiten mit hybriden Modellen.”

“(COMPANY NAME) offers a 36-month PhD position in Computational Design for Automotive Engineering, focusing on generative systems, CAx workflows, and fabrication-aware design. Includes applied research, collaboration with universities, and publication of results. Requires a degree in engineering/computer science, programming skills, and knowledge of CAD/CAE tools. Based in Munich, with flexible working hours and comprehensive benefits.”

“Finance Development Program Trainee position in Bensheim (m/w/d) for graduates with a Master's degree in finance/accounting/business. Two-year full-time program with four 6-month rotations in international finance roles (Internal Audit, FP&A, etc.), including mentorship, training, and potential transition to a key finance role in Europe. Fluency in English required.”

“Programa de desarrollo financiero de 2 años en (COMPANY NAME) (Ottobrunn) para recién graduados. Incluye 4 rotaciones de 6 meses en áreas como auditoría interna, controlling de planta o FP&A, formación continua y mentoría. Requisitos: máster en finanzas/contabilidad, inglés fluido, habilidades analíticas y experiencia internacional valorada.”

“PhD position at (COMPANY NAME) in Wolfsburg for a research project on manufacturing variations control in automotive assembly. Focus on data-driven automation, robotics, and AI-driven process optimization. Requires strong skills in Python, MATLAB, and machine learning. Includes attractive salary, 30 vacation days, flexible hours, and participation in a doctoral network.”

“PhD position in Environmental Strategy at (COMPANY NAME) focusing on developing a quantitative method for measuring and managing the environmental impact of production sites worldwide under the 'Zero Impact Factory' initiative. Involves Life Cycle Assessment, collaboration with global teams, and publishing research. Requires a strong background in environmental sciences or industrial engineering.”

“PhD position in AI for energy management at Volkswagen Kraftwerk GmbH. Focus on data-driven solutions for energy markets, e-mobility, and AI forecasting models. Requires strong AI/ML skills, energy market knowledge, and German (C1)/English (B2). Includes attractive salary, 30 vacation days, flexible hours, and doctoral network participation.”